Water Systems Operator - 4/10 Schedule & Growth

City of Provo; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 33,062,000 - 58,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

401k and 401k matching

Paid leaves: vacation, sick, holidays,

Bereavement

Educational assistance

Recreation Center access

Peaks Ice Arena access

Library card

Golf course discount

4/10 work schedule

Job summary

Provo City is seeking a Water Systems Operator (Appr - III) to provide skilled maintenance for the water sources system. The role includes operating wells, monitoring readings, and performing repairs, with a 4/10 schedule and alternating weekend shifts.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a flagger certificate, a valid driver’s license, and progression through CDL/HAZMAT and Grade I–III water distribution certificates as you advance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of general maintenance experience or mechanical aptitude.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Flagger certificate required within 6 months at Apprentice level.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate, and monitor wells, springs, reservoirs, pump stations, valves, meters and related equipment.
• Take and record daily readings for water levels, pressure, flow, chlorine and alarms.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on water system facilities and equipment.
• Assist with construction, installation and repair work on water system facilities and piping.
• Read meters, operate valves, support connections, shutoffs and leak response.
• Collect and deliver drinking water samples as required by city/state/federal rules.
• Maintain logs and reports and follow safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Grade I Water Distribution certificate

Grade II Water Distribution certificate

Grade III Water Distribution certificate

Job description

Provo City is seeking a Water Systems Operator (Appr - III) to provide skilled maintenance for the water sources system. The role includes operating wells, monitoring readings, and performing repairs, with a 4/10 schedule and alternating weekend shifts.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a flagger certificate, a valid driver’s license, and progression through CDL/HAZMAT and Grade I–III water distribution certificates as you advance.